Penny - Eadred (Portrait type; Norwich) ND (946-955) front Penny - Eadred (Portrait type; Norwich) ND (946-955) back
Penny - Eadred (Portrait type; Norwich) ND (946-955) photo
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Penny - Eadred Portrait type; Norwich ND

 
Silver 1.09 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Eadred (946-955)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
946-955
Value
1 Penny
Currency
Penny (924-1158)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.09 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#117440
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Small cross pattée within inner circle, mint name around

Script: Latin

Lettering: +PRIM MONE NOWE

Comment

Eadred (946-955), Penny, 1.09g, Norwich, Prim

Interesting fact

The Eadred Penny, which was minted in Norwich between 946 and 955, is one of the rarest and most valuable pennies in the United Kingdom. It's estimated that only around 30 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors. (Source: The Royal Mint)